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THIS PAGE WAS UPDATED FOR SEPTEMBER 2009

Bangkok’s pub scene has made a BIG impact over the past few years. There are numerous theme pubs, many of which, are designed and ran very well. Rather than hitting the go-go bars and discos every night, some farang residents are satisfied with a night out down their local pub.

I hope you have an enjoyable time in Bangkok. Cheers!

BARBICAN PUB

9/4-5 Soi Thaniya Road – BTS Sala Daeng / MRT Silom

Telephone – 02-234-3590

Open Daily – 11:30am-1:00am

BLACK SWAN PUB

326/8-9 Sukhumvit Road – BTS Asok / MRT Sukhumvit

(Near Seafood Palace by the Asok junction)

Telephone – 02-229-4542

Open Daily – 8:00am-1:00am

(UPDATED JANUARY 2009) – This traditional British Pub is so authentic that you almost forget you are in Bangkok. An English expat described the fish ‘n’ chips, as the best he had tasted in Thailand. The friendly owner Dave, sometimes even serves Scottish kippers, albeit when they can get a supply. The regulars in The Black Swan consume one of the largest amounts of draught beer, which proves its popularity. In terms of being an authentic British Pub, you cannot get much closer than The Black Swan Pub.

BULL’S HEAD PUB

Sukhumvit Soi 33/1 – BTS Phrom Phong

Telephone – 02-259-4444

(Opposite Emporium Shopping Centre)

Open Daily – 9:00am-1:00am

Website – www.greatbritishpub.com

BULLY’S PUB

Sukhumvit Road (near JW Marriott Hotel) – BTS Nana

Telephone – 02-656-4609

Website – www.bullysbangkok.com

(UPDATED APRIL 2009) – Bully’s remains one of the most popular pubs in the whole of Bangkok. Overall, Bully’s Pub sell the most draught beers and ciders in Bangkok. Whatever time of day or night, Bully’s always has customers. There is a HUGE TV screen to watch a wide range of world sports events. Although more upmarket in terms of prices, the food is very good. For an example, try the ‘Bully Burger’ which is served with proper chips! Bully’s leads the way as a modern, American-International theme pub. The newly introduced Aussie lager ‘Pure Blonde’ is now available. Cheers for the new beers!

CHEQUERS PUB

Sukhumvit Soi Nana

Telephone – 02-255-3993

(UPDATED APRIL 2009) – Ran by the amicable Nick, this British Pub has a long history in Bangkok. Split over two levels, Chequers always welcomes its customers. An added bonus is that Peter Street has returned to assist with the running of Chequers. Two large Plasma TV screens provide sports fans with excellent viewing. The menu includes all the pub grub you would expect, plus specials like “Doctors Delight.” Popular among sports fans, boozers and socialites.

Peter Street left to manage the recently opened Queen Victoria Pub on Sukhumvit, Soi 23. However, Nick is still your friendly pub landlord.

Down Under Sports Bistro

Sukhumvit Soi 23 – BTS Asok

Telephone – 086-807-1384

Website – www.downundersportsbistro.com

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – Changed name to Bradman’s Sports Bistro. Obviously popular with Aussies and Kiwis, Bradman’s has excellent sports coverage and good pub grub too. This is one place where you can get Western style Chinese dishes. The sweet and sour chicken, and the lemon chicken are authentic Western-Chinese dishes. Usually, a relaxed atmosphere, unless the Aussies are losing! Very friendly thai girls, eager to serve you.

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Dubliner, The

440 Sukhumvit Road – BTS Phrom Phong

(Washington Square, Sukhumvit Soi 22)

Telephone – 02-204-1841/2

Open Daily – 9:00am-1:00am

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – An Irish theme pub that is among one of the longest established pubs in Bangkok. Traditional British pub grub, as you would expect. Enjoy!

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Duke Of Wellington, The

323 Silom Road – BTS Sala Daeng

Telephone – 02-234-2874

Open Daily – 10:00am-1:00am

(UPDATE APRIL 2009) – English theme pub with a relaxed and informal feel to it. Worth a visit if you fancy some pub grub and a pint.

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Finnegan’s Irish Pub

Sukhumvit Soi 4 – BTS Nana

Telephone – 02-656-8160

Website – www.finnegansthailand.com

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Gulliver’s Travellers Tavern

Sukhumvit Soi 5 – BTS Nana

Telephone – 02-655-5340

(UPDATE APRIL 2009) – Popular with tourists and farang families, as well as expat residents. Very large, open plan style theme pub. The drink and food prices are among the very best value for money in Bangkok. Free internet available. Mutiple TV screens show a variety of live sports. The main TV screen above the bar at the far end is absolutely HUGE. Most of the dishes on the menu are tasty and well priced – I particularly like the English breakfast and the special fried rice. Yummy!

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Hanrahans Irish Pub

Sukhumvit Soi 4 – BTS Nana

Telephone – 02-255-0644-51

Open Daily – 9:00am-1:00am

(UPDATE APRIL 2009) – I call it ‘The Jolly Green Giant’ because this ENORMOUS Irish theme pub is one of the largest in Bangkok. Situated opposite Hillary 2 Bar on Soi Nana, it is stylishly furnished over three levels. Hanrahan’s serve good British pub grub. Various beers on tap are available at competitive prices.

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Huntsman Pub, The

Sukhumvit Road – (Landmark Hotel Basement) – BTS Nana

Telephone – 02-254-0404

(UPDATE APRIL 2009) – Large open plan British pub with a broad range of drinks and pub grub. Located in the basement of The Landmark Hotel. Due to its location be prepared to pay more. The talented Filipino band ‘Sweet Inspiration’ are the resident live band. Sweet Inspiration play six night a week from 9:00pm until closing time. The lead singer has a superb voice. Well worth a visit.

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Jameson’s Irish Pub

Holiday Inn Silom (ground floor) – 981 Silom Road – BTS Surasak

Telephone – 02-266-7703-5

Open Daily – 10:00am-1:00am

Website – www.jamesons-bangkok.com

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – Modern Irish theme pub with a large open plan layout. Excellent traditional pub grub, with a wide range of beers and spirits. One of the most popular Irish theme pubs in Thailand.

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Londoner Brew Pub, The

Sukhumvit Soi 33 – BTS Phrom Phong

(Basement of the UBC II Building on the corner of Soi 33)

Telephone – 02-261-0238/9

Open Daily – 11:00am-1:00am

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – English style pub, which brews its own beers. Join in on the ‘Wild Wednesdays’ with drinks offered at 2-4-1 all night. Not surprisingly, ‘Wild Wednesdays’ are very popular.

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Molly Malone’s Irish Pub

Convent Road, Silom – BTS Sala Daeng

Telephone – 02-266-7160

Open Daily – 9:00am-1:00am

Website – www.mollymalonesthailand.com

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – An authentic, but also commercial Irish theme pub. Professionally managed and operated, by far one of the best theme pubs in Thailand. Serves excellent British pub grub.

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Office Bar & Grill, The

Sukhumvit Soi 33 – BTS Phrom Phong

Telephone – 02-662-1936

Website – www.theofficebkk.com

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – Still remains one of the most popular hangouts for expat residents living in Bangkok. Excellent live sports coverage.

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O’Reilly’s Irish Pub

62/1-4 Silom Road – BTS Sala Daeng / MRT Silom

Telephone – 02-636-7515

Open Daily – 11:00am-1:00am

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – Yet another Irish theme pub in Bangkok.

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Pickled Liver, The

Sukhumvit Soi 11 – BTS Nana

Telephone – 02-254-3484

Open Daily – 2:00pm-2:00am

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – Relaxed and informal atmosphere. Ran by the popular Englishman Nick. The Pickled Liver has its own following, but newcomers are always made welcome. Serves superb Indian food, plus the usual English pub grub.

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Robin Hood, The

Sukhumvit Soi 33/1 – BTS Phrom Phong

Telephone – 02-662-3390

Open Daily – 10:00am-midnight

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Soi 8 Pub

Sukhumvit Soi 8 – BTS Nana

Telephone – 02-653-3144

Website – www.soi8.net

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – One of my favourite pubs in the whole of Thailand. Serves the best quality and quantity of pub grub in Bangkok. In fact, the Italian dishes are so good, customers say its better than nearby Italian restaurants. From Thai women I have heard that the Thai food is also particularly good. Something that you should note is that the food portions are very large.

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Woodstock Bar & Grill

44 Soi Thonglor 13 – BTS Thonglor

Telephone – 02-715-0202/3

Website – www.woodstockbkk.com

(UPDATE – APRIL 2009) – Bangkok’s legendary music pub has relocated from Nana Plaza to the Thonglor district. Superb range of traditional American dishes, amid an atmosphere of classic rock music from the Woodstock era. A truly unique establishment.

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